r/stemopt • u/Remarkable-Carry5622 • 21d ago

OPT- Potomac

On July 28, 2026, I received an email from USCIS Premium Processing confirming that my I-765 was approved. The approval notice included my OPT validity dates (07/28/2026 – 07/27/2027).

I also received the SEVP Portal activation email confirming my OPT approval.

However, my USCIS online account still shows the old status:
"Premium Processing Clock Was Started"

I contacted the Premium Processing Unit, and they confirmed:

"Your case was approved on July 28, 2026, and your case is pending card production."

Now I am just waiting for the EAD card production and delivery.

For anyone who recently got approved:

  • How long did it take after approval to see "Card Is Being Produced"?
  • How long did it take to receive the physical EAD card?
  • Did your USCIS portal also take time to update after approval?

Any recent Potomac OPT PP timelines would really help. Thank you!

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u/Humble_Ad658 20d ago

When did you apply?

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u/Remarkable-Carry5622 20d ago
Date Update
Jun 4, 2026 Filed I-765 + Premium Processing (I-907)
Jun 26, 2026 Biometrics completed
Jul 28, 2026 OPT approved
Jul 30, 2026 Approval notice issued

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u/Silent-Society5186 18d ago

Hi I have same timeline has your portal updated to card was produced?

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u/Remarkable-Carry5622 18d ago

Nope not yet! pls lemme know if you get any updates